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Tryon Daily Bulletin
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Vol. 84 / No. 135
Tryon, N.C. 28782
Friday, August 12, 2011
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Landrum sees strip of storefronts filling up by Samantha Hurst
While city officials in Landrum say there has not been a concerted effort on their part to attract new businesses, storefronts are filling up throughout downtown with a bakery still to open. “There are people on the street all the time and for a business owner that is important,” said Evelyn Schaper, who co-owns Voyageur’s Antiques, one of several new businesses to open in Landrum in the last month. Schaper runs Voyageur’s Antiques with partner Ed Lettelier. The two have both lived in the area for about 12 years, most recently operating the antique business near the state line. “When we weren’t getting any foot traffic on the state line we felt it was time for a move,” Schaper said. They felt they had found the (Continued on page 3)
Voyageur’s employee Terry Tansey straightens items on a brass-topped table Thursday, Aug. 11. Voyageur’s opened just two weeks ago into an 8,600-square-foot building two doors down from Hare & Hound restaurant. In between the two businesses is a new bakery set to open later this year. (photo submitted)
Bonnie Brae Ve t e r i n a r y Hospital recently found a stray adult male cocker spaniel mix. The dog was found around July 19 and had to be partially shaved because its hair was matted. If you think this might be your dog, call 828-894-6064.
Saluda BOC hikes taxes 10 cents City aims to build reserves for city hall
revenue will be used to build up the city’s reserves to renovate the historic city hall. Saluda’s tax rate is now 60.5 cents per by Leah Justice $100 of valuation, up from the previous Saluda taxpayers will be receiving 50.5 cents last year. The budget also includes a three higher tax bills this year as the Saluda Board of Commissioners approved a percent increase in garbage rates, which will equate to 50 cents per month for 10-cent increased budget. City officials said the additional tax
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